How many syllables in “tango”?
syllables in "tango"
Word details
Syllables
2
tan · go
Letters
5
t · a · n · g · o
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “tango”
The word “tango” contains 2 syllables, divided as tan · go. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tango" have?
"tango" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tango" into syllables?
"tango" is divided into syllables as: tan · go.
What is the Scrabble score for "tango"?
The Scrabble score for "tango" is 6 points.
Using “tango” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tango" (tan · go) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tango” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “tango”
The letters in “tango” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tonga.